Veterinary Medical Director

Global Talent Partners; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 117,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

CE allowance

License reimbursement

Liability coverage

Pet care discounts

Flexible scheduling

Uniform allowance

Disability & life insurance

Relocation assistance

Onboarding & mentorship

Job summary

Global Talent Partners in Traverse City, MI, seeks a Veterinary Medical Director to lead as Chief of Staff Veterinarian at a respected AAHA-accredited small animal hospital. This full-time role blends leadership with clinical practice, with roughly 20-30% leadership and 70-80% patient care to support medical quality and client service.

You will mentor veterinarians and staff, oversee preventive care, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and ensure accurate medical records, while fostering a positive

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited institution.
• Michigan license to practice (or eligibility).
• DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strong communication and client education commitment.

Responsibilities

• Lead as Chief of Staff Veterinarian, balancing leadership and clinical duties.
• Mentor and develop veterinarians and support staff; manage scheduling and workflow.
• Oversee preventive care, internal medicine, dentistry, and routine soft-tissue surgery.
• Ensure accurate medical recordkeeping and compliance with standards.
• Foster a positive culture emphasizing education and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Communication

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

J889200 Traverse City Michigan USD117K- USD180K / Year

Lead as Chief of Staff Veterinarian in Traverse City, MI, with compensation up to $180,000. This is a full-time leadership role at a respected, AAHA-accredited small animal hospital serving a loyal community.

The Hospital

This AAHA-accredited, full-service practice offers a collaborative, team-centered environment with experienced credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service professionals. The hospital provides:

• In-house diagnostics and laboratory testing for timely, informed care
• Diagnostic imaging and a well-equipped surgical suite
• A dedicated dental area with appropriate dental equipment
• Preventive and general medicine, dentistry, routine soft-tissue surgery, and care for some small mammals and other select species
• A convenient retail location with easy access and parking, along with extended hours that support client needs
• Structured onboarding, ongoing mentorship, and a culture focused on medical quality, client education, and associate well-being

Location

Set on Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a four-season destination known for its beaches, dunes, vineyards, festivals, and vibrant downtown. It blends small-city charm with big amenities, making it ideal for those seeking balance and outdoor adventure.

• Proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore for iconic beaches, dunes, and hiking
• Summer on the water: boating, sailing, paddling, and sandy bayfront beaches
• Winter recreation nearby: local skiing at Mt. Holiday and Crystal Mountain within easy reach
• Renowned wine country across the Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas, plus craft breweries and cideries
• Signature events: National Cherry Festival and a celebrated film festival anchoring a year-round arts calendar
• Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) with nonstop connections to major hubs for convenient travel
• Walkable downtown with restaurants, cafes, shops, and family-friendly community programming
• Strong local anchors in health care and education, including regional medical and college institutions

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
• State and DEA license reimbursement, professional dues, and liability coverage
• Employee pet care discounts
• Flexible scheduling options
• Uniform allowance
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Structured onboarding, mentorship, and leadership development resources

The Role

• Serve as Chief of Staff for a full-service small animal hospital, blending leadership duties and clinical practice
• Approximately 20-30 percent leadership and 70-80 percent veterinarian responsibilities, adjusted to hospital needs
• Guide medical quality, client experience, and team productivity, partnering closely with practice leadership
• Mentor and develop associate veterinarians and support teams; lead scheduling and workflow optimization
• Oversee preventive care, internal medicine, dentistry, and routine soft-tissue surgery
• Perform diagnostic workups, create detailed treatment plans, and ensure accurate medical recordkeeping
• Ensure compliance with medical standards, safety protocols, and applicable regulations
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture that emphasizes communication, education, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• DVM or VMD from an accredited institution
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan (or eligibility to obtain)
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
• Proven clinical competence in general practice; comfortable with routine surgery and dentistry
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills
• Strong communication skills and commitment to client education and preventive care
• Experience with select small mammals or other companion exotics is a plus